81st Collection

Gliders ready for Operation Market Garden Second World War
Photograph showing gliders and men of the Allied Airborne Army, on an airfield somewhere in Britain, September 1944. On 17th September 1944 Operation Market Garden was put into action; a bold plan

British First Airborne dug in at Arnhem; Second World War, 1
Photograph showing a unit of the British First Airborne Division, in shallow trenches along a road side near Arnhem, September 1944

Soldier of the British First Airborne in action in Arnhem; S
Photograph showing a soldier of the British First Airborne Division firing his Sten gun at Germans near Arnhem, Holland, September 1944

Major-General R. E. Urquhart in Arnhem; Second World War, 194
Photograph showing Major-General R.E. Urquhart, Commander of the British First Airborne Division, standing outside his headquarters near Arnhem, the Hartenstein Hotel, September 1944

Allied Airborne Army Parachutes in Holland; Second World War
Aerial photograph showing parachutes of the Allied Airborne Army floating down to earth and discarded ones, after landing, in Holland, September 1944

British Sentry keeping watch on Nijmegen Bridge; Second Worl
Photograph showing aan Irish Guardsman keeping watch on the Bridge at Nijmegen, September 1944. On 17th September 1944 Operation Market Garden was put into action; a bold plan devised by

Men of the British First Airborne Division in a glider; Seco
Photograph showing a unit of the British First Airborne Division in a glider on the way to Arnhem, September 1944. On 17th September 1944 Operation Market Garden was put into action; a bold plan

British First Airborne Troops using a mortar, Arnhem; Second
Photograph showing men of the British First Airborne Division using a 3-inch mortar in one of the woods surrounding Arnhem, in Holland, September 1944

Albert Vickers (1838-1919), Chairman of Vickers Ltd. (1908-1918) - photograph taken on his 81st birthday in 1919. Date: 1919

McDonnell Douglas F-4G Wild Weasel 69-0248
United States Air Force (USAF) - McDonnell Douglas F-4G Wild Weasel 69-0248 (msn 3773, base code SP), of the 81st Tactical Fighter Squadron, 52 Tactical Fighter Wing. Date: circa 1980

McDonnell Douglas F-4G Wild Weasel 69-7212
United States Air Force (USAF) - McDonnell Douglas F-4G Wild Weasel 69-7212 (msn 3869, base code SP), of the 81st Tactical Fighter Squadron, 52 Tactical Fighter Wing

McDonnell Douglas F-4G Wild Weasel 69-7558
United States Air Force (USAF) - McDonnell Douglas F-4G Wild Weasel 69-7558 (msn 4083, base code SP), of the 81st Tactical Fighter Squadron, 52 Tactical Fighter Wing. Date: circa 1980

General Dynamics F-16C Fighting Falcon 86-0270
United States Air Force (USAF) - General Dynamics F-16C Block 30D Fighting Falcon 86-0270 (msn 5C-376, base code SP')

McDonnell Douglas F-4G Wild Weasel 69-7202
United States Air Force (USAF) - McDonnell Douglas F-4G Wild Weasel 69-7202 (msn 3855), of the 81st Tactical Fighter Squadron, based at Spangdahlem Air Base

McDonnell Douglas F-4G Wild Weasel 69-7268
United States Air Force - McDonnell Douglas F-4G Wild Weasel 69-7268 (msn 3955, base code SP), of the 81st Tactical Fighter Squadron, 52 Tactical Fighter Wing, at RAF Mildenhall on 26 May 1990

North American F-100D Super Sabre 56-2928
North American F-100D-60-NA Super Sabre 56-2928 (MSN 235-26) with 81st TFS, 50th TFW in 1958. In May 1994 on a pedestal as gate guard at Robins AFB, Georgia Date: circa 1995

Fairchild A-10A Thunderbolt II 77-0259
United States Air Force - Fairchild A-10A Thunderbolt II 77-0259 (base code WR ), of the 81st Tactical Fighter Wing, at RAF Woodbridge, in Suffolk. Date: circa 1980

Fairchild-Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II 77-0259
United States Air Force - Fairchild-Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II 77-0259 WR, of the 81st Tactical Fighter Wing, at RAF Bentwaters. Date: 1980s

United States Air Force - Convair F-106A Delta Dart 57-2478 of the 456th Fighter-Interceptor Squadron in the mid to late 1960s Jun 1959 - 81st F-106 produced by Convair at San Diego CA24 Jun 59 - To

Allied Airborne Gliders after landing in Holland; Second Wor
Aerial photograph showing gliders of the Allied Airborne Army after they had landed on Holland, September 1944. On 17th September 1944 Operation Market Garden was put into action; a bold plan devised

British Tanks on Nijmegen Bridge; Second World War, 1944
Photograph showing the Sherman tanks of the British 30 Corps crossing Nijmegen Bridge, as part of Operation Market Garden, September 1944

British Major and Lieutenant, near Arnhem; Second World War
Photograph showing a Major (on left) and Lieutenant of the British First Airborne Division in the woods near Arnhem, Holland, September 1944

British First Airborne troops using a 75mm gun, Arnhem; Seco
Photograph showing a soldier of the British First Airborne Division firing a 75mm gun at an enemy position near Arnhem, September 1944

British and American troops stacking dynamite on the Nijmege
Photograph showing British and American troops stacking dynamite charges against the railing of Nijmegen Bridge, September 1944

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"81st: Remembering the Heroic Gliders of Operation Market Garden in WWII" In the midst of the Second World War, gliders stood ready for Operation Market Garden, a daring Allied plan. These silent warriors carried soldiers of the British First Airborne into action in Arnhem. With determination etched on their faces, these brave soldiers dug in and held their ground against all odds. Major-General R. E. Urquhart commanded from Arnhem, leading his troops with unwavering courage during this critical battle. The skies above Holland were filled with parachutes as the Allied Airborne Army descended upon enemy territory. A vigilant British sentry kept watch over Nijmegen Bridge, guarding it with utmost dedication. Meanwhile, men of the British First Airborne Division embarked on perilous journeys inside gliders to reach their destinations. Amidst chaos and destruction, British First Airborne Troops utilized mortars to defend themselves in Arnhem. Their resilience was unmatched as they fought valiantly against formidable opposition. Beyond wartime heroics lies Albert Vickers - Chairman of Vickers Ltd. , whose legacy extended far beyond those tumultuous years. His visionary leadership played a pivotal role in shaping history. The McDonnell Douglas F-4G Wild Weasel aircrafts - 69-0248, 69-7212, and 69-7558 - soared through the skies like mighty eagles during this time period. These powerful warplanes symbolize technological advancements that aided our forces' triumphs. Today we remember and honor those who served under the banner of "81st. " Their sacrifice and bravery echo through generations as a testament to human resilience amidst adversity.